About Us
Unique
We are one of only a handful of programs to offer a four-year alcohol and drug studies undergraduate degree.
Extraordinary Education
- Our students consistently exceed the national average on board certification exams
- Our curriculum exceeds national standards
- Our faculty members have more 170 years of experience, they present at state and national conferences, serve on the boards of regional and national organizations and are members of national honor societies
- We are accredited through the International Coalition of Addiction Studies Education
- We are the only alcohol and drug curriculum at USD that has been approved for international and state certification, which meets IC & RC standards
Beyond the Classroom
Our students receive field experiences off-campus, giving them a supervised experience in a variety of chemical dependency treatment and prevention settings.